York Theatre Royal are looking for an experienced part-time freelance Researcher to (i) undertake research, guided by the questions and interests of diverse community groups relating to the legacy of the Rowntree family in York and (ii) support community engagement with, and interpretation of, these research /heritage findings, as part of York Theatre Royal’s Summer season in 2025.
Expected c.50 days in total across the project.
It is anticipated that the Researcher will work remotely, periodically attending meetings at York Theatre Royal and in community settings, throughout the project
Applicants need to have the following skills and experience:
– Relevant experience in carrying out research of this multi-disciplinary nature and documenting findings
– Knowledge of/background in archiving; attention to detail
– Experience of working in participatory, community settings
– Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
– Some understanding of the creative arts
– Willingness to travel across York as necessary (ideally using public/green transport)
To find out more about the role, please see the details here.
How to apply:
To apply for this role, please submit a proposal of no more than 3 sides detailing your relevant experience and qualifications; one or more examples of past, comparable roles you have successfully completed; your interest in the project; and a fee for this work, including how fees have been calculated. Please provide details of two referees.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please email jobs@yorktheatreroyal.co.uk with your current CV by Wed 04 Dec 2024.
